Radiation Oncology Work-Life Balance: What Doctors Actually Say

Based on 35 verified physician responses, Radiation Oncology has a 4.1/10 average career satisfaction rating.97% of Radiation Oncology physicians say they would choose the specialty again if starting their career over. The average Radiation Oncology physician works 49 hours per week.

Radiation Oncology physicians commonly report loving: building meaningful patient relationships, intellectual stimulation and diagnostic challenges, clinical variety, the ability to make a tangible difference in patient outcomes, and procedural diversity. Many also appreciate the collegial environment and opportunities for subspecialization.

Based on SalaryDr data, Radiation Oncology physicians work an average of 49 hours per week. This varies by practice setting—academic and hospital-employed positions often require more hours than private practice.

The most commonly cited challenges from Radiation Oncology physicians include: administrative burden and documentation requirements, call schedules impacting personal time, work-life balance pressures (especially early in career), and compensation concerns relative to training length. Some also mention challenging patient populations or high-acuity cases as sources of stress.

97% of Radiation Oncology physicians surveyed say they would choose Radiation Oncologyagain if starting their career over. This data is based on 35 verified, anonymous physician responses collected by SalaryDr.